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REKS took the underground scene by storm with his debut LP, Along Came The Chosen (2001). The album featured production from a then eighteen year old Statik Selektah and the critically acclaimed LP was featured in the Source, XXL, Vibe, and REKS was named to URB Magazine's "Next 100". The album's single "Skills 101" reached #45 on the Billboard Singles chart, and put him on tours and doing shows with huge national acts. REKS released his highly anticipated sophomore LP, Grey Hairs, in 2008 and the momentous album featured production from DJ Premier, Large Professor and ten-tracks from Statik Selektah and featured collaborations with Lil Fame of MOP, Consequence, Skyzoo, Termanology & Jon Hope. Grey Hairs lead to REKS being profiled by XXL Magazine in their "Show & Prove" section.  

Canibus has put out an open letter to his fans, via his manager M-Eighty, concerning the battle between himself and Dizaster this past weekend and his plans for the future. Read on for the real deal from the man himself. Canibus HERE, Just got my stitches out today. Will be going to therapy once a week for my AC injury. First time I've had a separated shoulder but I am expecting a full recovery in time. Also continuing work on the Rip The Jacker 2 DVD. Will continue to keep you all updated as things happen. Don't really know what to say concerning all these blogs, parodies, and fake accounts posting apologies about god knows what but I am moving forward for my Rippers and Hip Hop as best as I can. Thank You for your good wishes and encouragement. Sometimes people need laughter and

June 26, 2012 will see the soundtrack to the human and individual struggle to live free drop, courtesy of French music consortium ALTERPROD/ALTERBEATS. The French Revolution serves as the debut LP for the collective of producers, graphic designers and videographers. Boasting guests appearances from likes of both legendary and underground mainstays, such as Sadat X, AG, Chief Kamachi, Block McCloud, Reef The Lost Cauze, Bekay, Red Eye and Shabaam Sahdeeq, among others, the album will be available both via digital distribution and as a CD sold through several record shops and online outlets. Through struggle comes liberty. Representing a uniquely French twist and tale of social unrest and anti-government sentiment, the Alterbeats collective spoke about the new album, explaining: "This

RAPstation.com ALBUM REVIEW: Devin The Dude "Seriously Trippin" (Released on May 22nd 2012 vinyl/CD & digital download) "Seriously Trippin" is not just the title from the Houston, TX rapper Devin The Dude's latest EP, it is also a clear description of how you will feel as you listen to this "smoke-filled" classic! (Available on iTunes and at Hip Hop Record dealers all over the country) It should be no surprise to all those whom are familiar with Devin's works, (ranging from The Odd Squad, Facemob with Scarface, and his Rap-A-Lot Records days, up to his work in later years with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Nas, to name a few) that this release would cater to those fans in search of mind altering beats and smooth, laid back rhymes with a taste of comedy as well. This 6 track EP shows a

Connecticut emcees, Illus and Apathy join forces to create a true-school hip hop anthem that combines hard-hitting, boom-bap production (by Apathy) with their signature lyrical fire that illustrates their love, passion, and dedication for the art and culture as well as their gift and ability to write powerful songs with substance, heart and soul. The legendary DJ Johnny Juice from Public Enemy lays down the scratches making it very clear that these talented emcees will be here "Forever". Play this loud!   The track was written and performed by ILLUS @AdamWallenta and APATHY @ApathyDGZ, produced and mixed by APATHY and "Forever" features scratches by and is co-produced by DJ JOHNNY JUICE @johnnyjuice.   Check out the video for Illus featuring Apathy "Forever" http://www.youtube.co

Brooklyn, New York's House of Art Gallery is pleased to announce an exciting partnership with NU Hotel Brooklyn, the borough's greenest and most artist-friendly hotel. In celebration of the partnership, House of Art Gallery and Nu Hotel welcome world-renowned artist Justin BUA on Saturday, June 9, for an inaugural series of art events at the hotel. 2-4pm - Children's art workshop led by BUA 5pm - Justin BUA live visual presentation and art exhibition, plus The Legends of Hip Hop book-signing. 6-9pm - Cocktail reception This event is open to the public, RSVP required: rsvp_events@hoagallery.com 347-663-8195 or visit www.hoagallery.com The NU Hotel is located at 85 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201